Question

What should I do if my baby has a cold with cough and phlegm in the throat?

Answer

For information on adjusting rest, diet, indoor temperature, and humidity, see ‘Upper Respiratory Infection.’ Infants should frequently change their sleeping positions to make it easier to expel respiratory secretions. If frequent coughing disrupts sleep, consider administering cough suppressants in moderation. However, avoid overuse to prevent suppression of phlegm. In cases of acute bronchitis causing spasms and difficulty breathing, mild cases can refer to the following traditional Chinese medicine treatment for ‘real heat asthma,’ while severe cases should consult treatment methods for capillary bronchitis and bronchial asthma.